Houston Rockets at New York Knicks Pick & Prediction – 2/3/2025

• Date: February 3, 2025
• Venue: Madison Square Garden

Betting Odds

Houston Rockets vs New York Knicks Win Probabilities

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Houston Rockets vs New York Knicks Betting Preview

The Houston Rockets will face off against the New York Knicks on January 15, 2024, at Madison Square Garden, with tip-off scheduled for 7:30 PM ET. Both teams enter the contest with impressive records, as the Rockets sit at 32-16 while the Knicks hold a slightly better mark at 32-17.

The Knicks are favored in this matchup, currently listed at -5.0 on the spread, with a moneyline of -205. The Rockets, on the other hand, are positioned at +175 on the moneyline, translating to an implied win probability of 35%. The Knicks, benefiting from their home court advantage, have a stronger implied win probability of 65%.

Recent performance suggests both teams are playing well. The Rockets have won 27 of their last 40 games, while the Knicks have secured victories in 28 of their last 40. However, both teams are coming off losses in their previous outings, with the Rockets falling to the Brooklyn Nets 110-98 and the Knicks losing to the Los Angeles Lakers 128-112.

For bettors looking at player prop markets, Jalen Brunson's Points and Assists have become a focal point, as this prop has gained traction among sharp bettors. The total for Brunson's Points and Assists opened at Over 32.5 (-115) and has since moved to Over 33.5 (-110), indicating a growing confidence in his performance.

As the Rockets and Knicks prepare for this intriguing matchup, fans and bettors alike will be keenly watching how each team responds to recent setbacks and whether the Knicks can capitalize on their home court advantage.

Houston Rockets vs New York Knicks Prediction

Final Score: Houston Rockets 111.85 vs New York Knicks 113.84

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